51 courses with the subject EN, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
This tutorial course instructs students in triads; it is to be taken at the same time as EN 101. Students have a weekly appointment with an English instructor to manage the writing process of the students’ current course load. Students will also engage in computer-assisted instruction. Students are placed into this course based on their composition diagnostic information.
A course in the composing process emphasizing prewriting, writing, and revision and closely supervised practice in reading and writing expository essays. Students are taught that writing is a way of learning as well as a communication skill. Required of all full-time students in the first semester. (Offered every semester.)
Research techniques and the writing of a research paper are included, in addition to continued practice in expository writing. English 102 or 104 is required of all students in the second semester. Pre-requisite: EN 101 or EN 103. (Offered every semester.) Students achieve writing competency by: Earning grades of C or above in both EN 101 (or 103) and EN 102 (or 104) or the equivalent.
An advanced course in the composing process emphasizing prewriting, writing, and revision and closely supervised practice in reading and writing expository essays. Students are taught that writing is a way of learning as well as a communication skill.
A course in literary studies, including the writing of formal literary research papers and an introduction to literary genres. Strongly recommended for students intending to major in either the literature or the creative writing concentration of the English major, and for other students who desire intense literary exposure. May substitute for English 102. English 102 or 104 is required of all students in the second semester. Pre-requisite: EN 101 or EN 103, permission of professor. (Offered every spring.)
This course involves studying and practicing those matters of writing that affect readability, including effective style (accuracy, clarity, and conciseness), appropriate punctuation, and correct use of grammar. Students are instructed in prewriting, composing, and rewriting. Meets ½ of writing competency. (3 credits, 6 weeks)
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This course emphasizes the interconnectedness of reading and writing and provides additional practice in the writing process developed in English 111, including collecting information and ideas (through observation, reading, and exchanging thoughts and opinions with others) and planning and developing essays (through drafting, peer exchange, and revision). In addition, students read, reflect, and report on literature in order to develop and deepen analytical and imaginative thinking, writing abilities, and research skills. Meets ½ of writing competency. Prerequisite: EN 111 (3 credits, 5 weeks)
Students compose typical college essays using library resources. Students demonstrate (a) reliance on pre-drafting strategies, (b) revised drafts to build thesis support, (c) polished use of standard written English, and (d) overall readability. Students engage in one-on-one conferencing with instructor and Writing Center staff. Students are placed in this course based on their final exam essay in EN 102. At the end of EN 190, students retake the writing competency essay. If they do not pass the writing competency with that essay, they must retake EN 190 at its next offering.
A survey of English literature before the Romantic Period with a major emphasis on the masterpieces. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered every fall.)
A survey of English literature from the Romantic Period to the present. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered every spring.)
An examination of thematic concepts reflected in the literature of Western heritage. Includes Homer and Sophocles. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered by department discretion.)
Focuses on literary themes in classic writings. Includes Virgil and Dante.
Students read and discuss selections from world literature, focusing on themes such as the human relationship to nature, God, others, and self. This course emphasizes the way in which reading, discussing, and writing about literature are foundational to understanding the human condition. While the principles of the writing process as presented in EN 111 and 112 are built upon, writing assignments will require a close reading and analysis of selected plays, poems, and novels. Prerequisite: EN 111 and EN 112 Reading competency or Humanities credit. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
The Writing Tutor course is designed for students who are or want to be Writing Center tutors. The course will expose the tutors to writing center theory as well as develop their abilities to assess and address the needs presented in a peer’s paper. Tutors will be active participants in course development and create a personalized learning contract for their semester’s work. Because of varied topics and individualized learning, the course can be repeated up to three times (designated by addition of letters to the course id to indicate different semesters of enrollment) Pre-
A laboratory class for the editor-in-chief and assistant editors of the campus literary magazine. May be taken for credit each semester for up to four semester hours.
A study of C. S. Lewis’ important, imaginative, and analytical works reflecting his Christian worldview. As one of the twentieth century’s most prolific and influential Christian writers, Lewis’ work is a treasure trove for those seeking to learn how to think deeply about Christianity. His clear, lucid writing is especially helpful when he addresses complex issues, and his use of illustrations by way of analogy frequently sheds light on previously dark and thorny issues. Students will read and discuss his popular works focusing on his Christian worldview, write a series of short essays in which they engage Lewis’ ideas and evaluate their merits and work together to present a final group research project. Prerequisite: EN 111 and EN 112. Reading competency or Humanities credit. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
This course is a study of leadership as reflected in the works of William Shakespeare. This course will explore various models of leadership as illustrated in several of Shakespeare’s plays with an eye toward applying his insights to contemporary business environments. Prerequisite: EN 111 and EN 112. Reading competency or Humanities credit. (3 credits, 5 weeks)
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This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to examine current issues or specialized topics within the discipline at a lower-level of study (appropriate for freshmen or sophomore academic experience). Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. Repeatable for different topics. (Offered by department discretion.) 298
A study of Middle English literature with an emphasis on Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales.
A study of the major plays of Shakespeare with special emphasis on the tragedies and comedies. May be repeated up to six hours as content varies.
A course in Restoration and Eighteenth Century literature with an emphasis on John Dryden, John Bunyan, Johnathan Swift, Alexander Pope, and Samuel Johnson. Pre-
An intensive study of Milton's poetry with an emphasis on Comus, Samson, Agonistes, and Paradise Lost. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered spring semesters, even years.)
A study of the major Romantic writers, including William Blake, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, George Gordon, Lord Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley, and John Keats. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered fall semesters, even years.)
A study of the major Victorian writers, including Alfred Lord Tennyson, Robert Browning, and Matthew Arnold. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered spring semesters, even years.)
An intensive course in writing with an emphasis on clear, direct prose. Particular consideration is placed on developing voice development, documenting personal experience, and writing as exploration of self and faith. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered fall semesters, odd years.)
A workshop course in which students explore principles and techniques of poetry writing through reading and discussion of traditional and contemporary published poets and apply those principles to their own poetry. Includes critical evaluation of students’ original works by the instructor as well as the class. Pre-requisites: EN 101,
The techniques and process of writing fiction with emphasis on the short story. Readings in published short stories and essays on the art of fiction. Students will write fiction and related forms (journals, autobiography). Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered spring semesters, odd years.)
Choose 6 hours from British Literature since the Eighteenth Century:
Choose 6 hours from EN and/or CM at the 300-level or above *BS 101 prerequisite waived **CM 203 prerequisite waived 183
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Six Additional hours in English at the 300-level or above (may also include Communication 318 and/or 341) BACHELOR OF ARTS IN ENGLISH - LITERATURE | FOUR YEAR PLAN
Writers from England and Ireland from World War I to the present, concentrating on William Butler Yeats, T. S. Eliot, D. H. Lawrence, Virginia Woolf, and Seamus Heaney.
An experiential course in editing of the literary magazine The Montreat Review. Topics include evaluating manuscripts, magazine layout, copyediting, and printing arrangements. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102 and permission of professor. Recommended prerequisite: CM349 Graphics & Photojournalism. May be repeated for credit. (Offered spring semester.)
An in-depth study of creative writing technique specific to children's literature. Participants will become familiar with current trends in children's literature, imitate a favorite author's work, read and discuss major children's novels, and draft/workshop/compose twenty pages of original children’s literature. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered spring semesters, even years.)
A writing workshop focused on the study of models and technique specific to writing about experiences in the outdoors in various genres. Models include Thoreau, Muir, and Dillard. Emphasis is on description, personal expression, and voice. Out-of- classroom field trips and small fees may be required. Pre-requisites: EN 101, EN 102. (Offered by department discretion.)
A course designed for students who are Writing Scholars in the Camaraderie of Writers Program. Participation is by invitation only. The course will expose the Writing Scholars to composition theory and advanced revision strategies. It will also develop their abilities to assess and address the needs presented in a peer's paper through written feedback and conferencing. Writing Scholars will be active and reflective participants in the course. (Offered every fall.)
Supervised practical experience provides students with an opportunity to integrate classroom instruction with on-the-job learning in various areas of English-related fields. department discretion.)
(double-counts in Gen-Ed communication)
This course aims at improving the speaking, writing, listening, and facilitating skills of students who are, or aspire to be, supervisors and managers. Prerequisite: EN 111 and
A course in the drama, fiction, film, or poetry genre. Individual authors or significant literary movements may be covered. May be repeated up to six hours as content varies. Pre-requisite: English 201, 202, 203, or 204. 207
A course in the history and development of important critical literary theories from Plato to the present. Special emphasis will be given to a Christian approach to literature. Prerequisite: EN 201, 202, 203, or 204. (Offered fall semesters, even years.)
An advanced writing workshop course devoted to writing about the subject of spirituality and personal faith. In addition to the production, drafting, and revision of student work, the course will include readings of spiritual memoirs and related essay collections with discussion of craft, theme, and technique. Prerequisite: En 101-102
This course will offer a comprehensive view of the works of C.S. Lewis with a focus upon how his imagination helped to shape his apologetics. In addition to reading selections from his letters, journals, poems, fiction, non-fiction, and apologetics, students will view and discuss important new video productions of Lewis’ life in order to gain a perspective on the ideas, thoughts, and opinions of the most popular Christian author of the twentieth century. Because Lewis has powerfully influenced so many people, this course will explore his approach to making Christianity intellectually reasonable, theologically winsome, and spiritually compelling. While open to all students who have completed a sophomore level literature course, this course is designed in particular for students majoring in English and Bible and Theology. Pre- 300
This course will provide students and faculty the opportunity to participate in examining current issues or specialized topics within the discipline. Topics will be determined by the department. Class will meet 15 hours for each hour of credit offered. A student can repeat for up to six hours of credit. (Offered by department discretion.)
Recommended to be taken the semester before the senior thesis is due, this course guides students in identifying a topic and selecting appropriate sources in preparation for the senior thesis. Particular attention is given to advanced searching of print and online resources, critical evaluation of Internet information, ethical use of resources in scholarship, and exploring information context and purpose. This course is taught by a librarian in collaboration with the thesis advisor. (Offered every semester.)
Literature Required Electives (18 credits) In addition, students must take the specified number of hours in each of the following literary periods: Choose 6 hours from British Literature through the Eighteenth Century:
Source: Montreat College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
